9/11 Attacks on America | Enemies of Freedom Committed an Act of War Against America

George W. Bush is president of the United States. Nine days after the September 11, 2001, attack, he made this televised address to Congress and the American people.

Summary: The United States has been victimized by an act of war carried out by terrorists. Evidence indicates that the attack was organized and carried out by the al-Qaida [al Queda] terrorist network. This organization is led by Osama bin Laden, who is being sheltered by the Taliban government in Afghanistan. The enemies of freedom who have attacked America will not prevail. The spirit...

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